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Used 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 for sale
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€39,900
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 2 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 2 people together: the advert records 2 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 33 years old and 63,547 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You need servicing to fit a tight budget: Spanner estimates higher maintenance costs for this type. Get quotes for the exact engine and gearbox before committing.
- You regularly help children or passengers into the rear: fewer doors can make access awkward. Try your child seats and usual passenger routine before deciding.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the R129 SL generation with the 5.0‑litre V8 and an automatic gearbox — heavy, smooth and torquey but thirsty. Key things for this drivetrain: the automatic needs regular fluid/service history, and the folding roof mechanism (and its seals) is an older electromechanical/hydraulic system that can be costly to repair. Many mechanical parts are available in Europe, but expect specialist labour rates for suspension, roof and V8 work.
- Soft‑top / hardtop operation and seals — look for leaks, tired rubber, slow or noisy fold mechanism and any hydraulic/vacuum faults
- Automatic gearbox behaviour and service history — no slipping, harsh changes or delay; ask if ATF was changed at proper intervals
- Underbody, sills and rear arches for corrosion — check boot floor, folding‑roof well and chassis rails for rot or welded repairs
- Engine oil leaks and cooling system condition — inspect cam/valve cover gaskets, oil pans, rubber hoses, water pump and radiator for age‑related failures
- Suspension bushes, shock absorbers and steering play — check for worn bushes, uneven tyre wear and any clunks over bumps
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
1993 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 convertible with a 5.0 V8 engine producing 316 bhp paired with an automatic transmission. Trade-ins welcome.